Toxicity exists in every fandom, so how do studios deal when it rears its ugly head? I like being a fan of films and television shows. I like getting obsessive with my favorite characters and watching and rewatching stuff to gather the easter eggs. I even like debating what things I like more than others with friends. But at what point does fandom cross the line? Good fandom is healthy and appreciative of the content. It can be critical or find critique, but when it turns that vitriol onto creators, or that passion turns into "purity tests," it can be toxic. Toxic fans attack creators online (or in real life) and instead of celebrating work, spend efforts tearing it down. WarnerMedia Studios CEO Ann Sarnoff said in a recent interview with Variety, “I’m very disappointed in the fans that have chosen to go to that negative place with regard to DC, with regard to some of our executives." Read More...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Thursday, 1 April, 2021